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Freelancing is not at all freedom and glitz. (90% people doing with wrong idea). The cons are often not spoken about. I know freelancers who: → Balance multiple gigs → Volunteer their skills → Have their podcast → Seek advice from others And they usually struggle with: → Making a meaningful impact → Building a personal brand → Multiple clients' demands → Having time for family My best advice to you: → Be creative → Take time to reflect → Focus on the big picture → Prioritize your family any day. Make sure that ideas come to your mind: Get heard, loved, and successfully executed. P.S. You a freelancer? What has been biggest hustle for you?

How I Grew up My Self A few years ago, I was stuck in starting when I started my freelancing journey... I start watching "Specific" videos that take me to achieve my goals. Started watching Videos on topics like learning: ▪️Sales ▪️Follow-ups ▪️Negotiation ▪️Camera fear ▪️Ads ▪️Funnels ▪️Money investment ▪️Public speaking ▪️Customer psychology ▪️Copywriting ▪️Email Marketing ▪️Health - Weight loss, Strength training, Body Vitals, etc. ▪️Content strategy, etc. I hope you get the point... Consume content that gets you to a specific outcome that pushes you towards success... You can consume content in your preferred format - Video, Podcast, Books, etc Just ensure you are moving to something specific. Rather than the "Feel Good" Motivation content Vs clearity. #linkedingrowth #successjourney #entrepreneur #journey

#podcast #EdGandia #community #freelancing One of the first podcasts I ever listened to, which gave me SO many tips and lightbulb moments, was Ed Gandia’s High Income Business Writing podcast. He was in my ears every week... and then, after a pitch and a funny Zoom meeting with me and Lynne Testoni in early 2023, he was in Sydney, blowing everyone’s minds on stage at #TheContentByteSummit. It was surreal and amazing and people still say to me, ‘It was Ed’s talk that made me think about ...’ or ‘I changed my business and now I do this, after hearing Ed explain it at the Summit...’ This is no surprise - the freelance world is full of heroes. Ed is one of mine and, I know, one to many of you. He never stops sharing value and helping freelancers in his orbit. And his words, ideas and advice have shaped so many of our businesses. So I feel pretty lucky to be on Ed’s podcast this week. We're both big believers in the power of community and we chat about Rachel's List, the importance of creating a tribe around us, and how even a small one can add up to much needed support, referrals and overflow work. Tune in if you're feeling isolated and crave that in your life / work - we talk about what to consider when building a community, who to approach (often, the people who light you up and perhaps have slightly different skillsets and audiences to you are the ones you'd like to meet up with more often, even informally). And also, why joining existing communities if you're the new kid on the block is a really smart first step. Thanks again Ed, for having me on! Episode this way if you fancy a listen:

🎬 Exciting times ahead! I'm honing my skills in video editing, focusing on areas like social media content, long-form podcasts, colour grading, and background relighting. But that's not all! 🚀 this video i created for my Fiverr Gig. At our agency, Label By HRA , we're passionate about helping businesses thrive with a team of experts in video editing, podcast growth, Facebook Ads, Google Ads, and business setup. Interested in collaborating or just want to chat about the latest trends in video and digital marketing? Let's connect! Drop a comment below or send me a message. 👇 #VideoEditing #DigitalMarketing #GrowthHacking

Are you a Biz Whizz? Or is your strategy just a fantasy? I’m still a bit of a newbie when it comes to the biz bit of freelancing (can’t I just get on with the translating?!), but I’m on a mission to improve my skills. One of my fave ways of absorbing knowledge is listening to podcasts, so here are some of the good'uns I recommend. English: 🎧 Freelance Business Unlocked – Anja Lordanić Mustać 🎧 How to find more direct clients than you can poke a stick at – Jason W. 🎧 Peaceful Service Pro – Ceels Lockley 🎧 The Marketing Meetup Podcast - The Marketing Meetup French: 🎧 Le Podcast du Marketing – Estelle Ballot 🎧 J’peux Pas J’ai Business – TheBBoost Spanish: 🎧 Marketing Energético – 💻 Anna Raventós ✓ Webinars Italian: 🎧 Pillole di business – Massimo Martinini Happy listening! Bizzy bee snapped on my walk yesterday. #litranslators #business #freelancing #marketing

2020- I was making 3k every month. 2024- I make close to 1.5 L every month (Ghostwriting + Consultations) I started freelancing in my first year of college, but was getting leads through Facebook groups and other sources. It wasn’t until 2022 that I started taking LinkedIn seriously for getting leads. There was no going back. I got leads every SINGLE month. Here’s exactly what I did- 1) Consumed a lot of free resources + top creators courses 2) Experimented with different writing style, formats and topics. 3) Sent 10 cold DMs everyday And here’s the truth: You can have around 1000 followers and still make decent money. No need for thousands of likes or comments. You just need to reach the right people. Your ideal clients/companies are out there watching silently and they will reach out when they need you. And if you want to know more about my LinkedIn journey, check out my latest podcast with Saloni Srivastava : Here’s what we discussed- 1. Getting my first client 2. How much you can realistically make in 6 months 3. Why LinkedIn is the best platform for freelancers to get leads 4. How to handle “Nos” in cold messaging 5. My college + side hustle schedule 6. Why you shouldn’t quit early if results aren't visible And more… Interested, here's the link to watch: https://lnkd.in/gKaaQZ6t PS: Thank you so much, Saloni, for inviting me. I’m truly grateful to have you as part of my journey to financial independence. You will always be my inspiration ❤ #freelancer #sidehustle #podcast

Finding Balance as a Freelance Podcast Creator 🌊🎙️ As freelancers, we step into the world of independence with excitement and purpose. The freedom to design our schedules, choose our projects, and work from anywhere, whether it’s a cozy home office or a sunny beach 🏖️, is unmatched. But along with that freedom comes the need for balance, especially when you’re in the business of creating and editing podcasts. I’ve learned that freelancing, much like podcasting itself, is all about rhythm 🎧. Deadlines, client meetings, and creative work often compete with personal time, health, and relaxation. Without balance, the very freedom we cherish can start to feel like a burden. Here’s what’s worked for me: ✨ Set Boundaries: It’s tempting to respond to emails at 10 PM or squeeze in “just one more” edit before bed, but creating firm work hours is key. 🌿 Prioritize Well-Being: I make time for snorkeling, freediving, or simply watching the waves 🌊. Those moments of peace recharge me for the next round of edits. ⚙️ Streamline Processes: Whether it’s a template for client communication or a tool that automates editing workflows, efficiency creates space for what matters most. 🎉 Celebrate Wins: Completing a client’s podcast episode isn’t just a task—it’s a milestone in their journey, and in mine. Freelancing isn’t just about work; it’s about the lifestyle it enables 🌎. I’ve found immense joy in helping podcasters bring their visions to life while enjoying the tranquility of my own. To all my fellow freelancers and podcast creators: How do you find your balance? I’d love to hear your tips or stories in the comments! 💬 #FreelanceLife #PodcastProduction #WorkLifeBalance #TranquiloEditing #RemoteWork 🏝️ LauerNathan.com

You can easily make a Five-Figure Successful Freelance Career without: → Launching your Freelance academy → Selling courses → Making a newsletter → Starting a Podcast → Posting consistently on social Media. P.S. Plenty of freelancers are doing this (Including me) Don't go with the flow, make your own flow

Maintaining a consistent freelance workload (and income) is HARD. Especially at the moment 😅 We've all lost clients, been ghosted, and had dead cert projects disappear into the ether overnight. But having a consistent workload is SO important for planning ahead and working from a place of comfort, not desperation. As soon as I stopped scrambling to find new work on the 1st of every month and started generating ongoing work, things really changed. Sure, I still marketed myself and my business (we should NEVER stop doing that!), but I could take my foot off the gas a bit and plan for the future. So how do you get there? How do you get to a point where you have a consistent workload and income every single month? That's exactly what I'm covering in this week's episode of the It's Fine, I'm a Freelancer podcast. I'm talking all about strategies and ways you can find consistent work and FINALLY feel comfortable knowing you're going to earn something this month, next month, and the months after. You'll probably want to get a notebook for this one, because I'm dropping a LOT of practical tips! I'll pop a link to the episode in the comments! 👇

Make a list! This was the biggest thing that helped me when I first started freelancing and continue doing to this day. I made a list of all the things I needed to do and then I put them in order of importance. At the top of the list were the immediate things that needed to be done and at the bottom of the list were things that needed to be done but weren’t urgent (i.e updating my portfolio, getting client reviews, etc). Prioritising is the best advice I can give you, so you don’t feel like you have to do everything right now, all at once! This will help with fatigue, burn out, anxiety and overwhelm. And most importantly, make sure there is ‘you’ time on that to-do list! Love, Kat x ___________________ Hello! We are Kat & Francesca, hosts and producers of Not the 9 to 5 Podcast. A community hub by freelancers, for freelancers. Listen to the podcast here:  Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dKqYCwP5 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/dDKS_Rk2 Follow us on socials:  Instagram: https://lnkd.in/dtUJaWFs  Tik Tok: https://lnkd.in/dVTJzwkn Or subscribe to our newsletter for more insider tips and tricks within our wonderful freelance world via our website: https://lnkd.in/dyNy3P9u Alternatively email us at [email protected] for collaborations or to say hello, we love a good chat! #freelancer #podcast #notthe9to5 Image - Through the fog of life, there will always be a rainbow waiting for you (bottom right of picture).